Analysis of Social Determinants of Health in the Pediatric General Surgical Population of a Northeastern Urban Health System
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This study examines the prevalence of health-related social needs among pediatric surgical patients compared to general pediatric populations in an urban northeastern health system. The research addresses a gap in understanding how social determinants of health impact surgical outcomes in children.
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- Social determinants of health (SDOH) significantly impact pediatric surgical outcomes but remain understudied in this population.
- Health-related social needs (HRSN) prevalence differs between pediatric surgery patients and general pediatric populations.
- Screening for SDOH in preoperative assessment may identify modifiable risk factors affecting surgical outcomes.
- Urban pediatric surgical populations may have unique social needs requiring targeted intervention strategies.
- Addressing SDOH gaps in surgical care could reduce disparities and improve postoperative recovery in children.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Analysis of Social Determinants of Health in the Pediatric General Surgical Population of a Northeastern Urban Health System. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2024-04-27. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/8550?via_space=staycurrentmd
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